2008 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rodius | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rodius | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
